Picking a Christian wedding minister can be easy. Here are a few essential pointers to guide you along:
Is he the right one?
The good news is: there are plenty of ministers out there. The bad news? There are plenty of ministers out there. That means that while you certainly won’t lack for choice, finding one could challenging, especially when you have a ton of options you could go for.
Meet in person
Set up a meeting, even if you can only do it through a video call. That should give you the chance to go on a one-on-one discussion with a potential officiant for your wedding. These meetings usually give you a solid gauge on whether the officiant is the right one for you.
Consider fit
Does the officiant fit with your personalities as a couple? Do you want someone who can set a solemn yet heartfelt tone for the wedding? Or do you think the minister is much too strict. If the officiant can’t put you at ease, if you’re uncomfortable in any way, then it’s better to simply keep looking until you find someone you and your future spouse are both comfortable and at ease with. If the Christian wedding minister you chose can do that for you, then they can probably do the same for your guests.
Look for someone qualified
Cover the basics and make sure your minister has the credentials and full authority to perform the ceremony in your state. The last thing you want is to hear that your marriage is null and void because your officiant didn’t have the power to solemnize your vows, the Brides says.
Talk about the ceremony
Discuss this with your officiant. Talk about how you’re going to say your vows, for instance. Will you write and say your own? Your officiant should know.
